GMP Manufacturing Operator — Startup API Production

100 Eli Lilly and Company; Lebanon (Lebanon County); On-site; USD 23,832 - 47,361; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Pension

Vacation benefits

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Flexible benefits

Job summary

The Lilly Medicine Foundry Manufacturing Operator actively supports startup activities to bring manufacturing equipment into service. The Operator becomes an expert in their assigned area and will oversee the production of API molecules after startup, with travel to collaborate across sites producing APIs.

Role emphasizes safety, quality, and cGMP while working in a dynamic environment and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma/GED required; 2+ years API manufacturing experience.
• Authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis.
• Knowledge of FDA guidelines and cGMP requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support startup activities to bring manufacturing equipment into service.
• Operate processes and equipment according to batch records, SOPs and design parameters.
• Perform daily monitoring, testing, and cleaning to ensure equipment and systems are in good condition.
• Follow HSE requirements and apply safety/Process Safety standards to GMP duties.
• Communicate with other shifts and teams during handovers and daily huddles.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects and maintain compliance with safety and environmental rules.

Skills

Safety mindset

GMP knowledge

Troubleshooting

Communication

Lean manufacturing

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Job description

The Lilly Medicine Foundry Manufacturing Operator actively supports startup activities to bring manufacturing equipment into service. The Operator becomes an expert in their assigned area and will oversee the production of API molecules after startup, with travel to collaborate across sites producing APIs.

Role emphasizes safety, quality, and cGMP while working in a dynamic environment and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.